A vast 155;000-hectare expanse of undulating white quartz sand dunes where rainwater traps create emerald and turquoise lagoons between May and September; the sand is so pure it remains cool to the touch even in the equatorial sun; hike the Canto do Atins at sunrise; the wind-rippled dunes create sharp; velvet shadows that shift as the light hits the crystalline water.
About Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses
A vast 155;000-hectare expanse of undulating white quartz sand dunes where rainwater traps create emerald and turquoise lagoons between May and September; the sand is so pure it remains cool to the touch even in the equatorial sun; hike the Canto do Atins at sunrise; the wind-rippled dunes create sharp; velvet shadows that shift as the light hits the crystalline water.
Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses, Brazil
Why Visit
Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses is one of Brazil's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Insider Tips
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Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in Brazil.
